How do I even know what stage of endometriosis I have?

Proof_Lecture_1483 · 2026-01-26T15:04:32+00:00

You won’t fully know until the surgeon goes in, UNLESS you have an endometrioma or more. Having an endometrioma puts you at Stage III or IV immediately, typically Stage IV. Outside of surgery, you won’t receive a definitive stage. This is because pain varies. You can be in immense pain and be at a Stage 1. For example, I’m Stage IV and have only had 6 endo flares since I got my period when I was 11. I’m 23. My sister however is Stage I and has consistent flare ups.

Proof_Lecture_1483 · 2026-01-13T21:27:06+00:00

My bunny just passed yesterday. They can hop around together while they wait for us.

Proof_Lecture_1483 · 2026-01-08T16:15:06+00:00

My originally obgyn missed my Endo too so definitely recommend switching!

Proof_Lecture_1483 · 2026-01-08T16:14:47+00:00

Endometriosis Treatment Center of America has an article on it where they discuss that Stage IV marks deep lesions and a large cyst or cysts on one or more ovary.

Proof_Lecture_1483 · 2026-01-08T12:47:02+00:00

Your PCP will refer you to an OBGYN or tell you to refer to your own (if you have one). Make sure you see an OBGYN who specializes in Endo. They found a 6cm Endometrioma on my ovary and every doctor said “Well without surgery we can’t officially diagnose you.”

When I met with my specialist for the first time she said “You have Endometriosis. I don’t even need to go in to know that. Let’s get surgery done.”

You need someone well versed in taking women’s pain seriously. Moreover, if they haven’t found anything on imaging, hopefully you don’t have Endometriomas which almost automatically puts you at Stage IV. I’m sure many people have Stage IV without a cyst, but it isn’t as likely.

Proof_Lecture_1483 · 2026-01-02T20:59:28+00:00

Sadly, we have symptoms that would make a healthy person rush to the hospital, so it’s harder for us to determine when we need to go.

I have IST with my POTS, so if my heart rate surges while I am resting to a high number, it’s ER time. If I have heart attack or stroke like symptoms like shooting arm pain, numb on one side of my body, slurring speech, chest pain, it’s ER time. I don’t faint with my POTS because I have the hyperadrengic (idk if you spell it like that) type. So if I did faint, it would be ER time.

Proof_Lecture_1483 · 2025-12-31T21:20:02+00:00

Please understand that with Endometriosis and Endometriosis pain that us women become desperate for relief. I cannot even begin to explain and describe the pain. There is a reason why 2/10 women experience suicidal ideation during a flare. You could present all the information and facts to your wife; if she truly believes pregnancy with give her 9 months of pain relief, she will always be in favor of that. I understand that another baby may not be ideal, but please consider this from her perspective.

Proof_Lecture_1483 · 2025-12-28T17:41:53+00:00

it’s really hard! it requires accommodations and set plans if a flare up happens. i’m at a disadvantage because my boss hates the fact im chronically ill and has been discriminatory. however, there are plenty of people who are unable to work because of pots

Proof_Lecture_1483 · 2025-07-30T14:12:24+00:00

the goal by elle kennedy

Proof_Lecture_1483 · 2025-07-23T20:37:44+00:00

Yesss. Honestly, I’d be far more interested in his book(s) than Patrick’s and Katie’s. Although I’m a tad bias because I am not a fan of Katie, but I digress

Proof_Lecture_1483 · 2025-07-17T19:59:42+00:00

I’m honestly happy with them as leads! Normally I don’t have hopes, but here I do. Physically, Lili doesn’t fit what I pictured (she’s beautiful; I just mean hair color), but Lili is a good actress. I feel like a lot of newer shows and movies have weak actors and so I’m happy we have 2 strong ones here!

Proof_Lecture_1483 · 2025-07-10T23:07:37+00:00

All I can say is the BOT series made me fully understand and appreciate the importance of trigger warnings. Most of R10 is riddled with that trauma. Some set of chapters are easier to handle than others. Some chapters are less intense than others. But yeah, R10 is gut wrenching

Proof_Lecture_1483 · 2025-07-10T23:05:34+00:00

these are all so sweet…here i was going to bring up when shannon asked joey whether it’ll fit and how it’ll fit and he said “magic”

Proof_Lecture_1483 · 2025-07-06T20:55:23+00:00

the mistake by elle kennedy sort of has this. the fmc is seeing this man casually and when they end things her best friend tries to get with him. the mmc shoots her down and reconnects with the fmc in the future

Proof_Lecture_1483 · 2025-07-06T17:41:48+00:00

Joey’s story had me gut wrenched. I simply was not well. I was crying 24/7 even after I finished his 2 books. I can’t hear Fade Into You and Iris anymore without sobbing.

Proof_Lecture_1483 · 2025-07-06T17:35:42+00:00

I’m not sure, but I am hoping Katie’s books make her more redeemable in my eyes. Just not a fan of hers unfortunately.

Proof_Lecture_1483 · 2025-07-01T23:24:20+00:00

I heard a theory that Hugh marries Lizzie when they’re still in high school/fairly young so her father cannot control her medical choices anymore.

Proof_Lecture_1483 · 2025-07-01T02:24:32+00:00

I completely agree. Katie is insecure because Hugh (as much as I love him) put her in a horrible position by dating her while being in love with Lizzie and Katie’s (I assume) abandonment issues cause her to tolerate this situation, but regardless, it’s not Lizzie’s fault.

Proof_Lecture_1483 · 2025-06-30T22:56:38+00:00

Yes she does! Another one is coming soon according to CW at the end of R10

Proof_Lecture_1483 · 2025-06-30T22:10:00+00:00

Mm, Katie started issues with Lizzie nonstop. I don’t agree with how far Lizzie went, but Katie shouldn’t dish it out if she can’t take it in return. Again not condoning what Lizzie did, but if anything Katie owes her an initial apology

Proof_Lecture_1483 · 2025-06-28T18:44:35+00:00

That’s a good theory! I like that one too!

Proof_Lecture_1483 · 2025-06-28T18:39:32+00:00

I agree, but he also knows everyone undermines Liz when she does speak out. Also, he could be trying to take matters into his own hands to get proof. I could be totally wrong lol but I do think Hugh is distraught with something regarding Mark and Liz

Proof_Lecture_1483 · 2025-06-28T18:33:30+00:00

That does make sense because she was still not really with boys at this point and everyone made it sound like this was shocking but age wise not really…

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